COMMUNITY EVENTS

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COMMUNITY EVENTS

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ST. LAWRENCE SENIORS BINGO at ANAF Mondays and Thursdays. Doors open at 10am. Bingo starts at 12pm. Our next euchre is on Wed., March 1. Call 613-936-6060 to reserve.

SEAWAY TOASTMASTERS CLUB. Join us every second and fourth Tuesday, at the Cornwall Public Library, at 6:15pm. Meeting starts at 6:30. Info: Laura, 613 551 3252.

STROKE SURVIVOR SUPPORT GROUP meet Wednesday, March 1st at the Benson Centre (MacEwen Room) at 6:30pm. Stroke survivors and caregivers welcome. Info: Deena 613-936-8784 or email: deenadufresne592@gmail.com

THE LOCAL CHAPTER OF THE ONTARIO HEALTH COALITION is hosting a town hall zoom meeting Thurs., Feb. 23, 7-8 pm. The meeting will focus on saving public hospital and health services. Attendants must register at https://bit.ly/3Z1Z055. Info: Elaine at 613 330 3117.

INGLESIDE LONG SAULT LOST VILLAGES LION’S CLUB. Presents Gal’s Spring Fling 2023. In Support of Community living. Entertainment, fashion show, vendors, prizes, bake sale, and light refreshments on Fri. March 24 at the South Stormont community Hall, 2 Milles Roches Rd, Long Sault from 5:30-9:pm. Tickets or info: Sharon at 613-577-0818 or Community living at 613-938-9550.

TRI-COUNTY LITERACY Free courses: cashier training starts Mon. March 27. Info or to register: 613-932-7161.

WORLD DAY OF PRAYER: St. Andrew’s United Church, in Williamstown is hosting on Fri., March 3 at 2 pm followed by a reception in Irvine Hall.The focus in on the country of Taiwan.

GLENGARRY HISTORY EVENT on Wed., March 1 at 7:30 pm. “The 1802 Voyage of the Neptune: Glengarry’s Hector? Mayflower?” by speaker Erin Blair. Alexandria’s Glengarry Sports Palace.Info.: rbleile@sympatico.ca or call 613 525-3806 or miloasmith@bell.net or call 613 525-0902. Visit glengarryhistory.ca

SPRING EASTER CRAFT FAIR, Cardinal Legion Branch 105, Sat., April 1st & Sun., April 2nd from 1am-4pm at 105 Legion Way, Cardinal.

ST. ANDREW’S PRESBYTERIAN CHURCH, South Lancaster Community Ecumenical Lenten Services on March 1st will be conducted by Rev. John Noordhof, Salem United Church, Summerstown and the congregation will host a luncheon in the hall in South Lancaster.

SPAGHETTI FUNDRAISER: Feb. 24th at Knights of Columbus, 205 Amelia St. (downstairs) from 11:30am-1 pm and 4-6:30 pm.

CORNWALL WESLEYAN CHURCH: Sunday Morning Worship Service at 10am Konnect Kids 4-12 years Nursery Available. Midweek Bible Study Thursdays 6:30pm in person or via Zoom. For info.613-936-9166 or cornwallwesleyan@gmail.com or www.cornwallwesleyanchurch.on.ca

ROYAL CANADIAN LEGION BR 297 LADIES AUXILIARY exec. meeting at 6:30 pm & general meeting at 7 pm on March 1st, 2023.

CORNWALL TOWNSHIP LIONS CLUB Let’s Play Euchre Feb. 22 at 7 pm. Info: Roly 613-932-9396 or Helen 613-931-3076.

CLASSIC COUNTRY MUSIC DINNER & DANCE March 11 at the Lion’s Club in Bonville at 6 pm. Irish Stew, salad & dessert. Info Marland 613-936-3625.

Cornwall & District Labour Council’s International Women’s Day dinner is on Sun., March 5, 5pm at the Royal Canadian Legion, Cornwall. Guest speaker is Catherine McKenney of Ottawa. Info: Louise Lanctot at 613 932 1943.

ST. FRANCIS KNIGHTS OF COLUMBUS Community Family Breakfast on Sun., Feb. 26 in the St. Francis Parish Hall (434 Second St. W.) from 8:30am-noon. Accessible with elevator service provided.

SOCIAL DANCING the first Friday of the month (except April which will be second Friday) from 7-10 pm at the Centre Charles-Émile-Claude 146 Chevrier Ave. Dances March 3, April 14, May 5, June 2. Info: Dennis 613-618-7684.

STORMONT YACHT CLUB Adult Learn to Sail, weekend event for adults teaches theory and practical skills. June 16-18, Stormont Yacht Club, Long Sault. Info: , https://www.stormontyachtclub.ca/events/adult-sail-training-weekend

STORMONT YACHT CLUB Youth Learn to Sail, teaches theory and practical skills. 2 sessions: July 31-Aug 4 (5 days); Aug 5-11 (4 days), Stormont Yacht Club, Long Sault, Age: 8-15. Info: stormontyachtclub.ca/sailing-for-youth/; youth-sail@stormontyachtclub.ca

PAINT NIGHT FUNDRAISER with Artist Lise Vivarais for PawPortunity Rescue on Feb. 23 at 6 pm at 2264 Pitt St. We will also have a 50/50 draw. Buy your tickets now, only 8 spots left! Info: pawportunityfunds@hotmail.com

CORNWALL LEGION SENIORS 60 AND OVER CLUB Bid Euchre enthusiasts’ games will be held on Thurs., Feb. 23rd in the main hall, starting at 1 pm.

CORNWALL LEGION SENIORS 60 and OVER CLUB members monthly potluck luncheon, meeting and bingo will be held on Thurs., March 2 starting at noon

TRI-COUNTY COUNTRY MUSIC ASSOCIATION MONTHLY DANCE/Jam Session & Dinner Sat. March 4 from 2-8:30pm. Bring your instruments and dancing shoes. 2 Mille Roches Rd, South Stormont Township Hall. Info: Elaine 613-362-0173.

CORNWALL SENIOR CITIZEN CLUB bid euchre tournament on Sat., March 25th at 10 am sharp. Lunch will be served at noon. Sixty players maximum. Interested? Contact Maggie Prieur, convenor at 613-363-1753.

BOWLING FUNDRAISER sponsored by Catholic Cemeteries on Sun., March 26 from 2-5pm at Nativity Bowl, 301 McConnell Ave. Info: Bev 613-933-1138 ext 28.

HERITAGE FAIR hosted by Heritage-Patrimoine Cornwall at the Cornwall Square- First Level, on Sat. Feb. 25, 9am-4pm featuring fifteen heritage groups from SD&G.

CANADA MATH KANGAROO CONTEST. Blue Sky: An Acton Academy will bring the contest to the Cornwall area for the first time by hosting it on Sunday, March 19th. Info: https://mathkangaroo.ca/announcement/2023-contest-registration-started/en . The registration deadline is Sun., Feb. 26th.

WEDNESDAY LUNCHES: by the members of the Knights of Columbus “Seniors & Friends”, 205 Amelia St. (downstairs) Wednesdays from 11:30am-1pm.

KNIGHTS OF COLUMBUS, 205 Amelia St. (downstairs). Wings & Things every Thursday from 4:30 – 8 pm. Take-out available.

THE MOCCASIN RAILROAD CLUB meets at 7 pm the first Wednesday of each month except July and August, at the Centre Charles Emile Claude, 146B Chevrier Avenue, Cornwall. All modellers and rail enthusiasts welcome. Info: 613 930-5646.

CORNWALL NEWCOMERS CLUB welcomes women who have moved in the last 4 years to Cornwall and the SD&G Counties. Info: Henriette 613-330-9039.

IS SOMEONE’S DRINKING BOTHERING YOU? You are not alone. There is help and hope. Call 613-937-4880 or visit www.al-anon.org

CORNWALL COMFORT QUILTS are handmade for and given to Cancer patients. Info: Nicole 613 935-5593, Janice 613 936-1951. Email: Mcintyren58@hotmail.com.

CORNWALL NEW HORIZONS BAND Beginners class on Mondays; Intermediate class on Tuesdays; Band rehearsals on Thursdays : Classes are 3:30 -4:30 p.m.; band is 3:30 – 5 p.m.; all are at St. Felix de Valois church hall. – best to arrive 15 minutes earlier to set up. Info: cnhbandtra@gmail.com or 613-362-4881 or 613-931-1580.

IF YOU ARE LOOKING FOR BOOKS AND ITEMS of a religious nature, visit “Catholic Information Centre” Mon.- Fri.10am-4pm at 146B, Chevrier Ave, room 124 (former Nativity School). 613-933-5099

MULTIPLE MYELOMA SUPPORT: If you or someone you know has been diagnosed with Myeloma and would like to connect with others, join us on Facebook, and email at cornwallareasupport@myeloma.ca.

SEAWAY SENIOR CITIZENS CLUB, 506 Pitt St open for all activities. Info: (613) 932-4969.

ROYAL CANADIAN LEGION Fish and Chips. Every Friday from 4:30-6:30. Take out or eat in. Order: 613-933-2362.

CORNWALL TOWNSHIP LIONS CLUB Bonville. Breakfast every Sunday 8-noon. Info: Roly 613-932-9396.

SEAWAY WINDS CONCERT BAND invites musicians to join us. Rehearsals every Wednesday, 6:45pm to 8:45pm at The Salvation Army Community Church, 500 York Street. Info: Ralph Bough at 613-362-4881.

BINGO AT THE CCÉC ! Come play every Monday at 6:00pm. Doors open at 4:00pm. NO RESERVATION. Meet us at CCÉC 146b avenue Chevrier, Cornwall.

Bingo au CCÉC ! Venez jouer tous les lundis à 18h00. Portes ouvertes à 16h00. PAS DE RÉSERVATION. Rendez-vous au CCÉC 146b avenue Chevrier, K6H 1S1, Cornwall

BEREAVED FAMILIES of ONTARIO – SOUTH EASTERN REGION – Open Support and Share group sessions 6PM on the 1st and 3rd Thursday each month in the Starbrite center located at 343 Pitt St. Info: 613-936-7470.

SEAWAY STRINGS is a group of fiddlers who meet at the Seaway Senior Citizens Club at 506 Pitt St. Info: Rick 613 932 2872.

THE MOCCASIN RAILROAD CLUB meets at 7 pm the first Wednesday of each month at the Centre Charles Emile Claude, 146B Chevrier Avenue. Modellers and rail enthusiasts. Info: John Kelly, 613 930-5646.

SEAWAY FIBROMYALGIA GROUP. Aqua Fitness Group, Cornwall Aquatic Center every Tues. & Fri. from 12-1pm. Info: Judy 613-330-0588 or Leona 613-931-2874.

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LAWRENCE SENIORS BINGO à ANAF les lundis et jeudis. Ouverture des portes à 10h. Le bingo commence à 12h. Notre prochain euchre aura lieu le mercredi 1er mars. Veuillez appeler le 613-936-6060 pour réserver.

 

SEAWAY TOASTMASTERS CLUB.  Joignez-vous à nous tous les deuxième et quatrième mardis, à la bibliothèque publique de Cornwall, à 18 h 15. La réunion commence à 18 h 30 précises. Renseignements : Laura, 613 551 3252.

 

LE GROUPE DE SOUTIEN AUX VICTIMES D’ACV se réunit le mercredi 1er mars au Centre Benson (salle MacEwen) à 18 h 30.  Les survivants d’un AVC et les soignants sont les bienvenus.  Renseignements :  Deena 613-936-8784 ou courriel : deenadufresne592@gmail.com

 

Le dîner de la Journée internationale de la femme du Conseil du travail de Cornwall et du district aura lieu le dimanche 5 mars, à 17 h, à la Légion royale canadienne, à Cornwall. La conférencière invitée est Catherine McKenney d’Ottawa. Renseignements : Louise Lanctot au 613 932 1943.

 

LA SECTION LOCALE DE LA COALITION DE LA SANTÉ DE L’ONTARIO organise une assemblée publique avec zoom le jeudi 23 février, de 19 h à 20 h. La réunion portera sur la sauvegarde des hôpitaux publics. La réunion portera sur la sauvegarde des hôpitaux publics et des services de santé. Les participants doivent s’inscrire at   https://bit.ly/3Z1Z055. Info: Elaine at 613 330 3117.

 

INGLESIDE LONG SAULT LOST VILLAGES LION’S CLUB. Présente le Gal’s Spring Fling 2023. En soutien à la vie communautaire. Divertissement, défilé de mode, vendeurs, prix, vente de pâtisseries et rafraîchissements légers le ven. 24 mars au South Stormont community Hall, 2 Milles Roches Rd, Long Sault de 17h30 à 21h. Billets ou informations : Sharon au 613-577-0818 ou Community living au 613-938-9550.

 

TRI-COUNTY LITERACY Cours gratuits : la formation de caissier commence le lun. 27 mars. Renseignements ou inscription : 613-932-7161.

 

JOURNÉE MONDIALE DE PRIÈRE : L’église unie St. Andrew’s de Williamstown organise la Journée mondiale de prière le vendredi 3 mars à 14 h à l’église, suivie d’une réception à Irvine Hall.  L’accent sera mis sur le pays de Taiwan.

 

EVENEMENT HISTORIQUE GLENGARRY le mercredi 1er mars à 19h30. “Le voyage de 1802 du Neptune : Le Hector de Glengarry ? Mayflower ?” par le conférencier Erin Blair. Palais des sports Glengarry d’Alexandrie. Renseignements : rbleile@sympatico.ca ou 613 525-3806 ou miloasmith@bell.net ou 613 525-0902. Visitez glengarryhistory.ca

 

SPRING EASTER CRAFT FAIR, Filiale 105 de la Légion de Cardinal, samedi 1er avril et dimanche 2 avril de 1h à 16h au 105 Legion Way, Cardinal.

 

ST. ANDREW’S PRESBYTERIAN CHURCH, South Lancaster Le service communautaire œcuménique de carême du 1er mars sera dirigé par le révérend John Noordhof, Salem United Church, Summerstown et la congrégation organisera un déjeuner dans la salle à South Lancaster.

 

SPAGHETTI FUNDRAISER : le dernier vendredi du mois. La prochaine collecte de fonds aura lieu le 24 février aux Chevaliers de Colomb, 205 Amelia St. (en bas) de 11h30 à 13h et de 16h à 18h30.

 

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